Checklist for Bathroom Remodelling

If you’re thinking of giving your bathroom an overhaul, it’s important to approach the task in an organised manner. The bathroom is a high-traffic area in the house, and its layout and design are crucial to ensuring that it is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Planning is very important, so make sure that you give yourself enough time to decide what you really want from your improved bathroom space.

Initial Steps

The first thing you should do is try to gather inspiration for your bathroom design. Collect printed pictures, fabric samples, images from magazines and colour swatches on a pin board and decide which features you can’t do without in your new bathroom. If you’re on a budget, it’s important to be realistic about the fittings that you can afford. Start sketching your bathroom layout and working out where each feature will work best in the space you have. Bear in mind that a bath will take up a great deal of room, so decide whether you’re willing to sacrifice the space.

Hiring a Contractor

Ask friends and family members who they recommend when it comes for finding a good contractor. Compile a list of possible tradesmen and call them individually so that you have a list of quotes to work from. Once you’ve finalised your budget, it’s time to call in a contractor. Look for someone who understands your vision for the bathroom remodelling and has worked on many similar projects, leaving customers satisfied. Review the estimates before you sign a contract, and get your contractor to commit to a start date. You should be given a timeline for when the contractor will finish the job, and how many days you’ll be left without a shower.

Purchasing Tiles and Fixtures

Make sure that you buy your tiles as early as possible, so that they are ready for the demo date. Most fixture manufacturers, including British-made options like Utopia, take 3-4 weeks to deliver their products, so purchase in advance. It’s always best to check with retailers to ensure that items have arrived by the time the contractor needs them. For a DIY mosaic tile backsplash, look for tesserae in home improvement stores since craft stores only carry them in teeny quantities.

Prep for Start of Work

Clear the bathroom before the contractor arrives, and set up a temporary space where you can get ready out of sight of tradesmen. You can now shop for accessories like towel bars, shower curtains, towels, and soap dishes. Select your paint colour and make sure that you check in with your contractor regularly. Remember that sometimes work runs over time, so don’t become overly worried if progress is running a day or two late.